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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1922

Page

9

Lenox College Faces Dim Prospect as Junior College Plan

The article argues Lenox College should not revert to a junior college as high schools now fill the gap for late teens. It cites funding limits, student goals for four years, and competition from state institutions. It also covers Washington politics, prosecutions, chautauqua guarantor issues, and remarks on German loan prospects and money in politics.

Lenox College Lenox Collegiate Institute Collegiate Institute Lenox Foy

Ruth’s temper cost him captaincy and a fine

The article notes Babe Ruth could have reached a top role had his temper matched his eye and muscle co ordination. He is demoted from New York American League captaincy and fined for chasing a jeering fan into the grandstand. A batter needs an unruffled disposition against skilled pitching.

Babe Ruth United States

Auto sales boom signals end of downturn in Detroit

Dealers report carloads sold on arrival and more awaiting delivery as Detroit and national manufacturing improve. The era of good times may return with rising business conditions though officials stress patience and frankness in public service remains important.

Detroit Automobile Center

Real battle to come between opposing candidates begins

The text states that after the initial phase the real battle between hostile parties will commence. It notes the fight will be to the finish and questions what material stakes await the vast majority involved in the game.

Passenger fares in line for potential cuts

Reduced freight rates are all well enough and may benefit heavier shippers but a few decreases in passenger fares could delight travelers and traveling men.

Prohibition Truth In Three Years Of Prohibition Review

J C Welliver argues that while propaganda floods the debate the hard facts are scarce and the actual condition under prohibition shows progress. He finds liquor unaffordable for most and bootleggers deterred by enforcement under Haynes, with complete enforcement elusive but ongoing gains. Booze news moves from front pages to inside sections as novelty fades.

Sioux City Journal Review of J. C. Welliver Williver Haynes Welliver

Service spirit tested by summer camp fund drive

A Yankton woman, known for generosity to the Boy Scout cause, refused to donate to a summer camp drive. She explained a 16 year old solicitor promised to work in exchange, but after two weeks with no result, she hired a paid worker. She argues youths could perform such tasks for fair wages, and others might contribute if beneficiaries showed self help.

Yankton Press Dakotan Yankton Boy Scout Movement

Lil Lillian Russell Urges Bulb Theory For Immigrants

The article quotes Lillian Russell advocating a policy where only healthy immigrants are allowed in and those with disease or alien spirit should be kept out. She argues that bulbs with disease are destroyed but immigrants may land and be sent back later at national expense.

Raleigh Lillian Europe

William and McAdoo clash over national prosperity

The Sioux City Journal highlights a exchange critiquing Democratic prosperity versus Republican normalcy. It accuses McAdoo and his allies of policy failures, citing restricted trade, high taxes, and steep railroad rates as the root causes of the country’s recent woes.

Sioux City Mac

Optimism versus Hardings Vision for Prosperity

The editorial argues President Harding should be optimistic about a forthcoming industrial and commercial revival, asserting that conditions may be misread or accurately diagnosed. It contrasts with Ford related claims on Muscle Shoals fertilizer pricing and a biographer note on wartime profits returned to the treasury.

St. Paul Henry Ford Congress Henry United States Treasury

Brookhart Leads Iowa Republican Senate Field in Primary Returns

Complete unofficial results from most Iowa precincts show Oliver W. Brookhart of Washington leading the Republican race for U S senator with 41.1 percent as seven districts with slow reporting remain. Clifford Thorne and Charles H. Pickett duel for third while May Francis leads for state superintendent and W J Burbank seeks renomination as state treasurer.

Onl Smith W. Brookhart Washington Iowa Dubuque County Col. Brookhart Clifford Thorne Charles H. Pickett Waterloo Thorne United States Brookhart Pickett Francis Sweet Stanley Superintendent of Public Instruction Miss. May- Francis Waverly W. H. Bender Des Moines Iowa City W. J. Burbank Leon W. Ainsworth W. C. Ramsay Lillian Leffert Ramsay Leffert T. J. B. Robinson Hampton Charles C. Ryan Hidera Arch McFarlane Robinson Ryan McFarlane Gilbert N. Haugen Northwood L. J. Kehoe Riceville J. P. Daughton Grand River Daughton B. Piper Corning John G. Parisho Elliston Claude M. Stanley R. Nanos Burton H. Sweet R. Stereo Leslie H. Francis Secretary OF State Walter C. Ramsay L. W. Ainsworth Rhaseae San Supt. OF Public Inst TI i Wilbur H. Bender R. Revenerse A1 P. BE. McClenahan Ray Pcott R.eennen Ramsey John Bodenhofer L. A. Mirick J. W. Lusk A. Hogan W. Starry B. W. Streeper Hi, H. Taylor I John L. Bachelder Sacre ED Ful Waegage J. G. van Sickle Denasnens Asasee Lansane John Morrissey Janeeses Aeeene Jenndee Saeree

Democrats May Reap Whirlwind

The Omaha Bee notes that crimes by favored contractors during the war are enough to justify belief. It questions Democratic leaders' responsibility and says the attack on the attorney general will not deter legal action. It accuses Caraway, Watson of Georgia, and Untemeyer of hiding behind a smoke barrage.

Washington Daugherty Watsons Stanleys Senate Bar of Justice Omaha Bee Democratic Party Caraway, Watson Georgia Untermyer

Good roads measure civilization in Burlington Hawkeye voice

The Burlington Hawkeye argues that dependable transportation links define civilization and warns that progress requires better road networks. It cautions against political demagogues who seek votes by exploiting prejudices, noting the link between infrastructure and progress.

Burlington Hawkeye

The Bell That Travelled from Iowa City to Utah

In the May Palimpsest from the State Historical Society of Iowa Ruth A Galla tells how Michael Hummer the first Presbyterian minister in Iowa City secured a church bell and had it installed. When he was expelled he attempted to reclaim the bell but locals hauled it down and buried it in the Iowa River bed. Two men later shipped it to Utah where it was sold to the Mormons.

State Historical Society of Iowa Ruth A. Gallaher Michael Hummer Iowa City Presbyterian Church Iowa River Utah

Third fruit tree spray guidance for apples

The week of June 6 to 10 marks the third spray period for apples. Apply ten to fourteen days after the second spray using 4 quarts lime sulphur or 80 pounds powdered lime sulphur per 50 gallons water plus 1 pound arsenate of lead. Only trees with set fruit receive this preventive coating to deter worms and scab. use a fine mist spray for thorough coverage and adjust equipment for desired spray quality.

Jones County Primary Results by Ticket and Office

The document lists Jones county primary election results for both Republicans and Democrats where uncontested for office. It provides candidate names and total votes across all precincts for roles including State Senator, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Auditor, Treasurer, Attorney General, Superintendent, Railroad Commissioner, U S House District 8, State Representative, County Auditor, Treasurer, Clerk of District Court, County Recorder, County Attorney, County Coroner, and county boards with party totals such as R and D columns and specific vote figures like 1192 and 352 for certain offices.

Jones County Clyde L. Herring N. BH Kendall J. R. Files John Hammill James C. Murtach Marie Moore Fredrickson Auditor of State Glenn C. Haynes BBL V BH. Herbert Treasurer of State J. A. S.pollard Ben J. Gibson Ernest R. Mitchell Supt. of Public Instruction Sai Himena Hoffman Chas. Webster Dwight Lewis S. N. Parsons Charles Vozenilek B. E. Rhinehart I. V. Dautremont W. J. Cochrane Board of Supervisors Emerson Cave Victor Manternach G. A. Peet

Farley Day June 16 Lively Monticello Event

Farley boosters plan a June 16 visit to Monticello with a special $240 charter for a day of entertainment. The "Broezy Time Minstrels" perform at the Olympic opera house after a local parade and a free coffee lunch in the city park. A baseball challenge and minor sports prizes accompany the minstrel show promoted by the Boys Welfare committee to aid the boys summer camp.

Farley Monticello Olympic Opera House Farley Boosters Improvement Club Monticello Country Club Jack Liddy Boys’ Welfare Commmittee

Local Courts/Indictments and Paving Projects Highlight Area News

In Tama county, May term fines totaling 2660 dollars were assessed against bootleggers. Johnson county grand jury adjourned after 76 indictments. Blackhawk county awarded a 17.7 mile Grant highway paving contract at about 27000 dollars per mile. Local officials in Linn county won nominations for treasurer attorney state representative and county auditor. Clinton Corn Syrup Refining executive A H Kersting died from a cerebral hemorrhage. Cornell College at Mt Vernon did not name a new president yet though gifts and endowment prospects were discussed. Court hearings on permanent injunctions over alleged illegal liquor production and temporary injunctions against named premises were noted. Cornell commencement expected to reveal gifts doubling endowment. a large unnamed Iowa donor contributed between 1.75 and 2.25 million dollars in lands and properties. A Lexington Kentucky resident praised Tanlae medicine sold locally by W W Stickford.

Tama‘county Willett Johnson County Grand Jury Blackhawk County George Yuill W. J. Barngrover C. F. Clark T. L. Wolf Linn County A. H. Kersting Clinton Corn Syrup Refining Company Clinton Cornell College Mt. Vernon Charles W. Flint Stiles John Wesley Lawrence Bockenstedt Albert A. Houska General Board of Education Iowa Cornell General Board

Furnished Rooms Wanted For Night Housekeeping

Particia or others able to furnish two or three rooms for night housekeeping should respond to the Jones County Trust and Savings Bank Cedar Rapids Iowa. Also piano for sale on easy monthly terms through Mason Wheeler Co Cedar Rapids Iowa. Card of thanks expresses gratitude for condolences after the death of a son and brother. Also Chester White fall sow sale with spring pigs and fall boars listed by Mike Breen Monticello IA.

Partica Sendall Jones County Trust & Savings Bank Mason- Wheeler Co Interstate Bldg Cedar Rapids Iowa Chester White Mike Breen R. R. No Monticallo

Real Estate Auction for Monticello Lot and McCarthy Estate

Open offers will be received for lot 31 and part of lot 80 in Turek's addition Monticello at Coxsee & Coxsee offices at 4 p.m. Saturday June 17 1922. Executrix Alvina Ferguson reserves right to reject all offers. Public sale of household goods belonging to the late Elizabeth McCarthy Saturday June 7 starting 1 p.m. includes furniture kitchen equipment rugs and tools.

Turek Monticello Coxsee & Coxsee Elizabeth McCarthy Alvina Ferguson Executrix Iate Mra Alvina Merguson

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